NATURAL SOUND AV RECEIVER AMPLI-TUNER AUDIO-VIDEO

NATURAL SOUND

AV RECEIVER

RX V209S

CINEMA DSP 7ch

INPUT SELECTOR

VOLUME

STANDBY/ON

INPUT MODE

SPEAKERS A B

PROGRAM

EFFECT

EXT. DECODER

A/B/C/D/E

PRESET STATIONS TUNING
PRESET/TUNING FM/AM MEMORY TUNING MODE

PHONES

BASS TONE EXTENSION BYPASS

l 0 l 3 4

TREBLE

l 0 l 5

BALANCE

l 4 Ll 4 5R

REC OUT/ZONE 2
SOURCE/REMOTE DVD/LD TAPE/MD TV/DBS VCR 1 VCR 2 VIDEO AUX CD TUNER PHONO

MANL/AUTO FM

AUTO/MANL MONO

VIDEO AUX

OWNERS MANUAL MODE DEMPLOI
Explanation of Graphical Symbols

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert you to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the products enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert you to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
IMPORTANT Please record the serial number of your unit in the space below. Model: Serial No.: The serial number is located on the rear of the unit. Retain this Owners Manual in a safe place for future reference.
WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read Instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the unit is operated. Retain Instructions The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. Heed Warnings All warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. Follow Instructions All operating and other instructions should be followed. Water and Moisture The unit should not be used near water for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc. Carts and Stands The unit should be used only with a cart or stand that is recommended by the manufacturer.
10 Power Sources The unit should be connected to a power
supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the unit.
11 Power-Cord Protection Power-supply cords should be
routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the unit.
12 Cleaning The unit should be cleaned only as
recommended by the manufacturer.
13 Nonuse Periods The power cord of the unit should be
unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time.
14 Object and Liquid Entry Care should be taken so that
objects do not fall into and liquids are not spilled into the inside of the unit.
6A A unit and cart combination should be
moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the unit and cart combination to overturn.
15 Damage Requiring Service The unit should be serviced
by qualified service personnel when: A. The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the unit; or C. The unit has been exposed to rain; or D. The unit does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; or E. The unit has been dropped, or the cabinet damaged.

Dolby Pro Logic + 2 Digital Sound Fields
Digital sound fields are created on the presence side and the rear surround side of the Dolby Pro Logic Surrounddecoded sound field respectively. They create a wide acoustic environment and emphasize surround-effect in the room, letting you feel much presence as if you were watching a movie in a popular Dolby Stereo theater. This combination is available when the digital sound field program No. 8, 9, 10, 11 or PRO LOGIC/Enhanced of No. 12 is selected, and the input signal of the source is analog, PCM audio or encoded with the Dolby Digital in 2-channels.
Dolby Digital or DTS + 3 Digital Sound Fields
Digital sound fields are created on the presence side and the independent left and right surround sides of the Dolby Digital-decoded or the DTS-decoded sound field respectively. They create a wide acoustic environment and much surround effect in the room without losing high channel separation. With wide dynamic range of Dolby Digital or DTS sound, this sound field combination lets you feel as if you were watching a movie in the newest Dolby Stereo Digital theater or DTS installed theater. This is the most ideal home theater sound at the present time. This combination is available when the digital sound field program No. 8, 9, 10, 11 or DOLBY DIGITAL (or DTS DIGITAL SUR.)/Enhanced of No. 12 is selected, and the input signal of the source is encoded with the Dolby Digital (except in 2-channels) or encoded with the DTS.

GETTING STARTED

Getting started

Unpacking

Carefully remove this unit and accessories from the box. You should find the unit itself and the following accessories.
Remote controller (for the main room)

ZONE 2 Remote controller

Indoor FM Antenna

AM Loop Antenna

Antenna adapter (U.S.A. and Canada models only)
User function stickers Batteries (size AA, LR6, UM-3)
Opening and closing the front cover
Close the front cover whenever the controls inside the panel are not used. To open the front cover To close the front cover
Installing batteries in the remote controller
Since the remote controller will be used for many of this units control operations, you should begin by installing the supplied batteries.
Notes about the remote controller

Battery replacement

If you find that the remote controller must be used closer to the main unit, the batteries are weak. Replace both batteries with new ones. Notes q Use only AA, R6, UM-3 batteries. (It is recommended to use an LR6 type to use the remote controller for a long period of time.) q Be sure the polarities are correct. (See the illustration inside the battery compartment.) q Remove the batteries if the remote controller is not used for an extended period of time. q If batteries leak, dispose of them immediately. Avoid touching the leaked material and contact with clothing, etc. Clean the battery compartment thoroughly before installing new batteries.

DOLBY DIGITAL RF OUT

DVD/LD/CD combi-player DIGITAL OUT ANALOG OUT

CD AM ANT GND TV/DBS

ZONE 2 OUT
<For U.S.A. and Canada models only>
If your DVD/LD/CD combi-player has a DOLBY DIGITAL RF signal output terminal, it can be connected to this unit by using an RF demodulator (separate purchase). First, connect the DOLBY DIGITAL RF signal output terminal of the DVD/LD/CD combi-player to the DOLBY DIGITAL RF signal input terminal of the RF demodulator. Next, connect the coaxial digital signal output terminal of the RF demodulator to the COAXIAL digital signal input terminal of this unit. This connection is necessary for sending audio signals of an LD source encoded with Dolby Digital to this unit. It is also necessary to connect the DVD/LD/CD combi-player to this units analog audio signal input terminals regardless of the DOLBY DIGITAL RF signal connection. This is for playing back a source with Dolby Pro Logic Surround decoded or in normal stereo (or monaural). You must also connect the optical digital signal output terminal of the DVD/LD/CD combi-player to the OPTICAL DVD/LD digital signal input terminal of this unit. This connection is necessary for playing back a DVD source with Dolby Digital or DTS decoded, and playing back an LD source with DTS decoded. When these connections are completed, set the input mode of the DVD/LD source to AUTO, and you will hear sounds decoded with Dolby Digital even if signals are input to both COAXIAL and OPTICAL digital signal input terminals of this unit. This is because signals input to the COAXIAL terminal take priority over signals input to the OPTICAL terminal. Refer to page 38 for details about switching the input mode. Notes q If, for example, you play a CD on the DVD/LD/CD combiplayer, there is no input to the COAXIAL terminal, so the signals input to the OPTICAL terminal take priority. In this case, switch off the RF demodulator to listen to CD sound without interference. However, if your RF demodulator is the Yamaha model APD-1, you do not have to switch it off. q When you want to play an LD source encoded with Dolby Digital without decoding Dolby Digital, you must switch off the power of the RF demodulator.
DVD/LD/CD combi-player, etc. ANALOG OUT DOLBY DIGITAL RF OUT
(U.S.A. model) DOLBY DIGITAL RF IN COAXIAL DIGITAL OUT

RF demodulator

Connecting to S VIDEO terminals
If your video cassette recorder, LD player, etc. and your monitor are equipped with S video terminals, connect them to this units S VIDEO terminals, and connect this units S VIDEO MONITOR OUT terminal to the S video input of your monitor. With this connection, you can play back and record high quality pictures. Otherwise, connect the composite video terminals from your video cassette recorder, LD player, etc. to the VIDEO terminals of this unit, and connect this units VIDEO MONITOR OUT terminal to the composite video input of your monitor. Note If video signals are sent to both S VIDEO input and VIDEO input terminals, the signals will be sent to their respective output terminals.

IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch
WARNING Do not change the IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch setting while the power to this unit is on, otherwise this unit may be damaged. IF THIS UNIT FAILS TO TURN ON WHEN THE STANDBY/ON SWITCH IS PRESSED: The IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch may not be set to either end. If so, set the switch to either end when this unit is in the standby mode. Select the position whose requirements your speaker system meets.
(Upper position) Center: The impedance of the speaker must be 4 or higher. Rear: The impedance of each speaker must be 4 or higher. If you use one pair of main speakers, the impedance of each speaker must be 4 or higher. If you use two pairs of main speakers, the impedance of each speaker must be 8 or higher.

Main: (U.S.A. model)

Front effect: The impedance of each speaker must be 6 or higher.
I20V 80Hz I00W MAX. TOTAL
(Lower position) Center: The impedance of the speaker must be 8 or higher. Rear: The impedance of each speaker must be 8 or higher.
<Except Canada model>
If you use one pair of main speakers, the impedance of each speaker must be 8 or higher. If you use two pairs of main speakers, the impedance of each speaker must be 16 or higher. <For Canada model only> The impedance of each speaker must be 8 or higher.
Front effect: The impedance of each speaker must be 8 or higher.
To drive main, center, front effect and/or rear speakers with external amplifiers
The speaker connections described on page 22 are fine for most applications. If for some reason, however, you wish to drive main, center, front effect and/or rear speakers with your existing amplifier, etc., the following terminals are available for connecting external amplifier(s) to this unit.
COUPLER MAIN PRE MAIN OUT IN OUTPUT FRONT

CENTER terminal

This terminal is for center channel line output. If you drive a center speaker with an external power amplifier, connect the input terminal of the external amplifier to this terminal. There is no connection to this terminal when you use the built-in amplifier.

FRONT terminals

These terminals are for front effect channel line output. If you drive front effect speakers with an external stereo power amplifier, connect the input terminals of the external amplifier (MAIN IN or AUX terminals of an amplifier or a receiver) to these terminals. There is no connection to these terminals when you use the built-in amplifier.

MAIN PRE OUT/MAIN IN terminals
The PRE OUT terminals are for main channel line output, and the MAIN IN terminals are for line input to the built-in main channel amplifier. The PRE OUT and MAIN IN terminals must be connected with jumper bars when the built-in amplifier is used. However, if you drive main speakers with an external stereo power amplifier, first remove the jumper bars, and then connect the input terminals of the external amplifier (MAIN IN or AUX terminals of an amplifier or a receiver) to the PRE OUT terminals. No connection is needed to the MAIN IN terminals. * Output signals from the PRE OUT terminals are affected by the use of BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE controls and BASS EXTENSION button and the TONE BYPASS button.
REAR (SURROUND) terminals
These terminals are for rear channel line output. If you drive rear speakers with an external stereo power amplifier, connect the input terminals of the external amplifier (MAIN IN or AUX terminals of an amplifier or a receiver) to these terminals. There is no connection to these terminals when you use the built-in amplifier.
Notes Output level of signals from all of these terminals are adjusted by the use of VOLUME control on the front panel or MASTER VOLUME keys on the remote controller. If an external power amplifier is connected to the CENTER, FRONT or REAR output terminals, do not use the corresponding SPEAKERS terminals (CENTER, FRONT or REAR).

SUBWOOFER terminal

When using a subwoofer, connect its amplifier input to this terminal. Low frequencies distributed from the main, center and/or rear channels are output from this terminal. (The cut-off frequency of this terminal is 90 Hz.) Signals of LFE (low frequency effect) generated when Dolby Digital or DTS is decoded are also output if they are assigned to this terminal.

Antennas

Each antenna should be connected to the designated terminals correctly, as shown in the following figure. Both AM and FM indoor antennas are included with this unit. In general, these antennas will probably provide sufficient signal strength. Nevertheless, a properly installed outdoor antenna will give clearer reception than an indoor one. If you experience poor reception quality only with the indoor antennas, the use of an outdoor antenna may result in improvement. Outdoor AM antenna Indoor FM antenna (included)

Outdoor FM antenna

AM loop antenna (included)

CD AM ANT

75-ohm/300-ohm antenna adapter 75-ohm coaxial cable
75-ohm/300-ohm antenna adapter

CD DVD/LD CD

(PLAY) TAPE/MD (REC)
300-ohm flat ribbon cable

Ground

Notes on playing a source encoded with DTS q Select the DTS mode when playing an LD or CD source encoded with DTS. (Red dts indicator is illuminated on the display panel.) If the AUTO mode is selected, a noise may be heard just after playback begins. Do not play these sources in the ANALOG mode because only background noise will be output from the speakers. q This unit is automatically locked in the DTS decoding mode when playing a CD or LD source encoded with DTS in the AUTO mode to prevent background noise in future operation. The red dts indicator will be flashing. In the above mode, no sound will be heard if a disc with normal digital signals (PCM) is played from a CD or LD source. The INPUT MODE button on the front panel, or, the input selector key for the current source on the remote controller must be pressed so that PCM appears on the display panel.
* However, the present input signal will not appear when the input mode is switched during the speaker test mode. Only AUTO will be displayed.
Recording a source to tape (or MD) or dubbing from tape (or MD) to tape (or MD)
Recording the playing source to tape (or MD)

HALL JAZZ CLUB 4

STADIUM 7
Note: The cover must be open when using the remote controller.
Set the REC OUT/ZONE 2 selector to the SOURCE/REMOTE position. Front panel
SOURCE/REMOTE DVD/LD TAPE/MD CD TV/DBS VCR 1 VCR 2 VIDEO AUX TUNER PHONO
Play the source and then turn the VOLUME control up to confirm the input source. (Refer to page 43 for details on tuning.) Front panel
Select the source you want to record. Front panel Remote control
Begin recording to the tape deck (or MD recorder etc.) or VCR connected to this unit.
Recording a source to tape (or MD) while listening to (or watching) another source
The source (except for SOURCE/REMOTE) that is selected with the REC OUT/ZONE 2 selector can be recorded to a tape deck (MD recorder) and/or VCR, regardless of the INPUT SELECTOR setting.

3, 5, 6

HALL JAZZ CLUB 4 STADIUM 7
Select the source you want to record.
Begin recording on the tape deck (or MD recorder etc.) or VCR.
The sound and/or picture of the recording can be monitored by selecting the tape deck (or VCR) with the INPUT SELECTOR. Front panel Remote control

Play the source.

Select the source with the INPUT SELECTOR and adjust the VOLUME control to check the sound output. Front panel Remote control
Selecting another source to enjoy with the INPUT SELECTOR will not effect the recording.

Playing a source with an effect of the digital sound field processor (DSP)

STOP DISC DVD/LD

Follow steps 1 to 7 shown in Playing a source on pages 35 to 36.
When operating on the front panel: If no program name is illuminated on the display panel, press the EFFECT button to turn on the digital sound field processor so that a name of a DSP program lights up on the display panel and the monitor screen.
When operating on the remote controller: Set the PARAMETER/SET MENU switch to the PARAMETER position. Note: The cover of the remote controller must be open.
TV CONCERT THEATER STADIUM VIDEO 9 / DTS SURROUND 12 EFFECT ON/OFF MOVIE MOVIE THEATER 1 THEATER 11 PARAMETER
Select a program that is suitable for the source. When operating on the front panel: When operating on the remote controller: a)

HALL 1 HALL CHURCH 3

ROCK ENTERCONCERT TAINMENT CONCEFIT TV VIDEO THEATER 8 9

Press once or more.

MOVIE MOVIE THEATER 1 THEATER 11

/ DTS SURROUND 12

b) Select a desired subprogram by pressing the same DSP program selector key once or more, or by pressing the +/ keys.
The name of the selected program lights up on the display panel and the monitor screen.

Subprogram name

Program name
Adjust the output level of each speaker. (For details, refer to the corresponding descriptions on pages 51 and 52.) You can create your own sound field taste. (For details, refer to pages 62 to 66.)
Notes Program selection can be made to individual input sources. Once you select a program, it is linked with the input source selected at this time. So, when you select the same input source the next time, the same program will be automatically recalled. q If you prefer to cancel the DSP, press the EFFECT button. The sound will be the normal 2-channel stereo without surround sound effect. q When a monaural sound source is played with the program PRO LOGIC (Normal/Enhanced), a proper effect will not be obtained. Moreover, sound may become unnatural depending on the settings of the speaker output modes (1A to 1D) in the SET MENU mode. q When this units Dolby Pro Logic Surround decoder, Dolby Digital decoder or DTS decoder is used, if the main-source sound is considerably altered by overadjustment of the BASS or TREBLE control, the relationship between the center and rear channels may produce an unnatural effect. q When a source of signals input to the EXTERNAL DECODER INPUT terminals of this unit is selected, the DSP cannot be used and the EFFECT button also will not function.

The value of each speaker output level you set the last time will remain memorized even when this unit is in the standby mode. However, if the power cord is disconnected for more than one week, these values will be automatically changed to the factory default settings.
If the function 1A. CENTER SP in the SET MENU mode is set in the NONE position, the center speaker output level cannot be adjusted. This is because, in this mode, the center sound is automatically output from the left and right main speakers. When one of the DSP programs No. 1 to 7 is selected, the center speaker output level cannot be adjusted.
DSP When is not illuminated on the display, the front effect speaker output level cannot be adjusted.
Brief overview of digital sound field programs
The following list gives you a brief description of the sound fields produced by each of the DSP programs. Keep in mind that most of these are precise digital recreations of actual acoustic environments. The data for these sound fields were recorded at actual locations using sophisticated sound field measurement equipment. Note The channel level balance between the left and right rear effect speakers may vary depending on the sound field you are listening in. This is due to the fact that most of these sound field recreations are actual acoustic environments.
Program No. 1 to 7: Hi-Fi DSP programs (for audio sources)
DSP When the input signal is analog or PCM audio: ( ) Speaker output: main, rear, front effect When the input signal is encoded with the Dolby Digital (not in 2 channels): ( Speaker output: main, center, rear, front effect DSP When the input signal is encoded with the DTS: ( ) Speaker output: main, center, rear, front effect

DIGITAL

PROGRAM CONCERT HALL 1
SUBPROGRAM (TYPE) Europe Hall A
FEATURE This is a large fan-shaped concert hall in Munich which has approximately 2500 seats. Almost the whole interior is made of wood. There is relatively little reflection from the right and left walls, and sounds spread finely and beautifully. A classic shoe-box type concert hall with approximately 1700 seats. Pillars and ornate carvings create extremely complex reflections. Those reflections and the reflections from all directions of the hall produce a very full, rich sound. This is a large 2600-seat concert hall in the United States which features a fairly traditional European design. The interior is relatively simple, suggesting an American taste. Sound of the middle and high frequencies are richly and beautifully reproduced. A large round concert hall with a rich surround effect. Pronounced reflections from all directions emphasize the extension of sounds. You will experience the sound field with a great deal of presence sitting at about the center position near the stage. This sound field is also effective for karaoke. This is because you feel as if you are standing on a real stage. Recreates the acoustic environment of a big church with a high pointed dome and columns along the sides. This interior produces very long reverberations. This program features a sound field created by the refectory (dining hall) of the monastery, a beautiful medieval Gothic structure located in Royaumont on the outskirts of Paris. The dome-like spaces in the ceiling formed by the supporting pillars cause reverberations to echo and create a beautiful, lingering tone.

No. 10

This program is for reproducing sounds on a multi-track film, and characterized by a soft and extensive sound field. The front presence side of the sound field is relatively narrow. It spatially spreads all around and toward the screen, restraining echo effect of conversations without losing clarity. For the surround side, the harmony of music or chorus sounds beautifully in a wide space at the rear of the sound field.
Program No. 12 is for reproducing video discs, video tapes and similar sources which are encoded with Dolby Surround (bearing the DOLBY SURROUND or DOLBY DIGITAL logo) or encoded with DTS (bearing the dts logo). PROGRAM /DTS SURROUND SUBPROGRAM (TYPE) PRO LOGIC/Normal ( PRO LOGIC ) Functions when the input signal is analog or PCM audio or encoded with Dolby Digital in 2 channels.
DIGITAL ) DOLBY DIGITAL/Normal ( Functions when the input signal is encoded with Dolby Digital not in 2 channels.

No. 12

FEATURE The built-in Dolby Pro Logic Surround decoder, the Dolby Digital decoder or the DTS decoder precisely reproduces sounds and sound effects of a source encoded with Dolby Surround or DTS. The realization of a highly efficient decoding process improves crosstalk and channel separation and makes sound positioning smoother and more precise.
DTS DIGITAL SUR./Normal ( ) Functions when the input signal is encoded with DTS. PRO LOGIC/Enhanced DSP ( PRO LOGIC ) Functions when the input signal is analog or PCM audio or encoded with Dolby Digital in 2 channels. DOLBY DIGITAL/Enhanced DSP DIGITAL ( ) Functions when the input signal is encoded with Dolby Digital not in 2 channels. DTS DIGITAL SUR./Enhanced DSP ( ) Functions when the input signal is encoded with DTS. Note: If the NONE position is selected on 1A. CENTER SP in the SET MENU mode, no sound is output from the center speaker(s). Ideally simulates the multi-surround speaker systems of the newest film theater. The digital sound field processing and the Dolby Surround decoding or the DTS decoding are precisely performed without altering the originally designed sound orientation. The surround effects produced by this sound field fold the viewer naturally from the rear to the left and right and toward the screen.

P. INIT. DLY (Presence Initial Delay)
Adjusts the delay between the direct sound and the first reflection on the presence side of the sound field. The larger the value, the later the first reflection begins.

milliseconds

Adjusts the delay between the direct sound and the first reflection heard by the listener.
S. INIT. DLY (Surround Initial Delay)
Adjusts the delay between the direct sound and the first reflection on the rear surround side of the sound field. The larger the value, the later the first reflection begins.
milliseconds For a small living room this parameter would be set for a small value. Large values for a big room. Larger values produce an echo effect. Level Level
milliseconds Direct sound Early reflections Level

INIT. DLY

q LIVENESS
This parameter changes the apparent reflectivity of the walls in the hall. The early reflections from a sound source will lose intensity (decay) much faster in a room with acoustically absorbent wall surfaces than in one which has mostly reflective surfaces. A room with highly reflective surfaces in which the early reflections decay slowly is termed live, while a room with absorbent characteristics in which the reflections decay rapidly is termed dead. The LIVENESS parameter lets you adjust the early reflection decay rate, and thus the liveness of the room.
LIVENESS (Presence Liveness)
Adjusts the apparent reflectivity of the walls on the front presence sound field. The larger the value, the more reflective the front presence sound field becomes.
S. LIVENESS (Surround Liveness)
Adjusts the apparent reflectivity of the walls on the rear surround sound field. The larger the value, the more reflective the rear surround sound field becomes.
Changes the rate at which the early reflections decay.
0 10. Level Level Direct sound Level
q REV. TIME (Reverberation Time)
The natural reverberation time of a room depends primarily on its size and the characteristics of its inner surfaces. This parameter, therefore, changes the apparent size of the acoustic environment over an extremely wide range.
1.0 5.0 seconds. The reverb time in a small-to-medium size hall would be between 1 and 2, and in a large hall it is normally between 2 and 3.
Adjusts the amount of time it takes for the level of the dense, subsequent reverberation sound to decay by 60 dB (1 kHz).
Direct sound Level Early reflections

Display panel information
Shows the source momentarily when the ZONE 2 remote controller is used to select the source in the second room.
Notes If you use the ZONE 2 remote controller in the main room, the input selector keys and VOLUME ZONE 2 keys affect the settings for the second room, not for the main room. The other keys affect the settings for the main room if they are used in the main room. If you select a unit playing back a source encoded with DTS for the second room, a loud hissing noise or no sound may be output from the speakers in the second room. Caution In some cases, adjustments made by the ZONE 2 remote controller may cause something undesirable. For example, when the tuner is selected in the main room and second room, it is possible that the listener in the second room changes the station. This may be a problem, especially when you are taping a source in the main room without monitoring it.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Refer to the chart below when this unit does not function properly. If the problem you are experiencing is not listed below or if the instruction below does not help, disconnect the power cord and contact your authorized YAMAHA dealer or service center.

General

Problem The unit fails to turn on when the STANDBY/ON switch is pressed, or turns into the standby mode suddenly soon after the power is turned on. This unit does not work normally. Cause Power cord is not plugged in or is not completely inserted. The IMPEDANCE SELECTOR switch on the rear panel is not set to either end. There is an influence of strong external noise (lightning, excessive static electricity, etc.) or a misoperation on this unit while using this unit. Incorrect output cord connections. Appropriate input source is not selected. What to Do Firmly plug in the power cord. Set the switch to either end when this unit is in the standby mode. Turn this unit into the standby mode and disconnect the AC power cord from the AC outlet. After about 30 seconds have passed, connect the power and operate this unit again. Connect the cords properly. If the problem persists, the cords may be defective. Select the appropriate input source with the INPUT SELECTOR or the EXT. DECODER button. Secure the connections. Play a source whose signals this unit can reproduce.

Problem DSP parameters and some other settings on this unit cannot be changed. INPUT DATA ERR appears on the display and no sound is heard. The sound field cannot be recorded.
Cause The function 6. MEMORY GUARD in the SET MENU mode is set to the ON position. A nonstandardized source is played back, or the unit playing back a source is misoperating. It is not possible to record the sound field on a tape deck connected to this units TAPE/MD OUT terminals. The internal microcomputer has been frozen by an external electric shock (lightning, excessive static electricity, etc.) or power supply with low voltage. The source unit is connected to this unit between digital terminals only. This unit is too close to the affected equipment. This unit is in the standby mode.
What to Do Set to the OFF position. Check the source, or turn off the unit playing back the source and then turn on again.
This unit does not operate properly.
Unplug the AC power cord from the wall AC outlet, and then plug in again after about one minute. Make additional connection between analog terminals. Move the unit further away from the affected equipment. Turn the power to this unit on.
A source cannot be recorded by a tape deck or VCR connected to this unit. Noise from nearby TV or tuner. The sound is degraded when listening with the headphones connected to the compact disc player or tape deck that is connected with this unit.

Remote controller

Problem The remote controller does not work. Cause The batteries of this remote controller are weak. The internal microcomputer freezes. The remote controller does not function properly. Wrong distance or angle. What to Do Replace the batteries with new ones and press the RESET button on the remote controller. Press the RESET button on the remote controller. The remote controller will function from a maximum range of 6 meters, no more than 30 degrees off-axis from the front panel. Change position of the main unit.
Direct sunlight or lighting (of an inverter type of fluorescent lamp etc.) is striking the remote control sensor of the main unit. The internal microcomputer freezes. Learning cannot be made successfully. (The TRANSMIT/LEARN indicator does not light up or flash.) The batteries of this remote controller and/or the other remote controller are weak. The distance between the two remote controllers is too far or short. The signal coding or modulation of the other remote controller is not compatible with this remote controller. Memory capacity is full. The internal microcomputer freezes. Continuous functions such as volume are learned, but operate only for a moment before stopping. Learning process incomplete.

Press the RESET button on the remote controller. Replace the batteries (and press the RESET button for this remote controller). Place the remote controllers at the proper distance. Learning is not possible.
Further learning is not possible without deleting unnecessary commands. Press the RESET button on the remote controller. Be sure to press and hold the function key on the other remote controller until the TRANSMIT/LEARN indicator begins flashing slowly.
Problem FM stereo reception is noisy. Cause Because of the characteristics of FM stereo broadcasts, this is limited to cases where the transmitter is too far away or the antenna input is poor. There is multipath interference. What to Do Check the antenna connections. Try using a high quality directional FM antenna. Set the TUNING MODE button to the manual tuning mode. Adjust antenna placement to eliminate multipath interference. Use the manual tuning method. Use a high quality directional FM antenna. Repeat the presetting procedure. Tighten the AM loop antenna connections and rotate it for best reception. Use the manual tuning method. There are continuous crackling and hissing noises. There are buzzing and whining noises (especially in the evening). Noises result from lightning, fluorescent lamps, motors, thermostats and other electrical equipment. A television set is being used nearby. Use an outdoor antenna and a ground wire. This will help somewhat but it is difficult to eliminate all the noises. Relocate this unit away from the TV. AM
There is distortion and clear reception cannot be obtained even with a good FM antenna. A desired station cannot be tuned in with the automatic tuning method. Previously preset stations can no longer be tuned in. A desired station cannot be tuned in with the automatic tuning method.
The station is too weak. This unit has been unplugged for a long period. Weak signal or loose antenna connections.
<For China and General models only>
Although you make the operation for recalling a preset station, the station cannot be tuned in, or a station other than the preset one is tuned in. Some memory of the preset stations was modified because the setting of the FREQUENCY STEP switch was changed after storing stations. Repeat storing stations by following the preset tuning procedure.
When playing back a source encoded with DTS:
Problem A loud hissing noise is heard when you play back a source encoded with DTS. Cause The player which plays back the source is not connected to a digital audio signal input terminal of this unit. The ANALOG input mode is selected on this unit. A percussive noise is heard when you begin playing back a source encoded with DTS. No sound is heard when you play back a source encoded with DTS, even though the AUTO or DTS input mode is selected on this unit. No sound is heard when you play back an MD onto which you have recorded a source encoded with DTS. No sound is heard when you play back a DAT onto which you have recorded a source encoded with DTS. No sound is heard when you play back a source (CD etc.) even though the currently selected input mode is AUTO. If the AUTO input mode is selected, depending on some sources, there may be a case that a noise is heard while this unit is identifying the format of input signal. The DTS decoder built into this unit does not function because the player has a digital volume control and it is set at a position other than maximum, neutral or ineffective. A source encoded with DTS cannot be recorded onto an MD. Depending on a DAT deck, a source encoded with DTS cannot be recorded onto a DAT. In the AUTO mode, DTS-decoding mode cannot be changed to the normal (PCM) digital signal input mode automatically. Press the INPUT MODE button on the front panel or the input selector button (for the currently selected source) on the remote controller so that PCM appears on the display. What to Do The player must be connected to a digital audio signal input terminal of this unit besides analog audio signal terminal connections. Select a proper input mode on this unit to turn on the DTS decoder built into this unit. Set the input mode of the currently selected input source to DTS.

RX-V992

NATURAL SOUND AV RECEIVER

RXV992

CINEMA DSP
DIGITAL/ PRO LOGIC ENHANCED MOVIE THEATER TV SPORTS STADIUM

EFFECT

ROCK CONCERT

JAZZ CLUB

CHURCH

CONCERT HALL

VOLUME

DVD/ LD

VIDEO AUX

TAPE (MD)

TV/DBS

A/ C/ E B/ D/

PHONES

SPEAKERS

BASS EXTENSION

TONE BYPASS

TREBLE

BALANCE

REC OUT/ ROOM 2 SELECTOR
DVD/LD SOURCE TAPE (MD) TUNER CD PHONO

DOWN TUNING UP

DELAY/CENTER /REAR/SWFR

SET MENU

S VIDEO VIDEO L AUDIO R

ON OFF

TV/DBS VCR 1 VCR 2 VIDEO AUX

MEMORY

TUNING MODE

MANL/AUTO FM

AUTO/MANL MONO
Natural Sound AV Receiver Rcepteur audiovisuel Son Naturel
OWNERS MANUAL MODE DEMPLOI

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
1 Read Instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the unit is operated. 2 Retain Instructions The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. 3 Heed Warnings All warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. 4 Follow Instructions All operating and other instructions should be followed. 5 Water and Moisture The unit should not be used near water for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.
Carts and Stands The unit should be used only with a cart or stand that is recommended by the manufacturer.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK), NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE, REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
8 Ventilation The unit should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. For example, the unit should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface, that may block the ventilation openings; or placed in a builtin installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow of air through the ventilation openings. 9 Heat The unit should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, stoves, or other appliances that produce heat. 10 Power Sources The unit should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the unit. 11 Power-Cord Protection Powersupply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the unit. 12 Cleaning The unit should be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer. 13 Nonuse Periods The power cord of
the unit should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time.
14 Object and Liquid Entry Care should be taken so that objects do not fall into and liquids are not spilled into the inside of the unit. 15 Damage Requiring Service The unit should be serviced by qualified service personnel when: A. The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the unit; or C. The unit has been exposed to rain; or D. The unit does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; or E. The unit has been dropped, or the cabinet damaged. 16 Servicing The user should not attempt to service the unit beyond those means described in the operating instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel. 17 Power Lines An outdoor antenna should be located away from power lines. 18 Grounding or Polarization Precautions should be taken so that the grounding or polarization is not defeated.

The apparatus is not disconnected from the AC power source as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the apparatus itself is turned off.
7. MAKE SURE POWER IS OFF BEFORE MAKING OR REMOVING CONNECTIONS
Always turn power OFF prior to connecting or disconnecting cables. This is important to prevent damage to the unit itself as well as other connected equipment.

C OR D C D

IMPEDANCE SELECTOR VOLTAGE SELECTOR
CENTER C OR D: 4MIN./ SPEAKER SET SPEAKER MODE C D: 4MIN./ SPEAKER SET SPEAKER MODE REAR : 4MIN./ SPEAKER MAIN A OR B: 4MIN./ SPEAKER A B: 8MIN./ SPEAKER CENTER C OR D: 8MIN./ SPEAKER SET SPEAKER MODE C D: 4MIN./ SPEAKER SET SPEAKER MODE REAR : 8MIN./ SPEAKER MAIN A OR B: 8MIN./ SPEAKER A B:16MIN./ SPEAKER

(General model)

AC OUTLETS

CONTENTS

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS..Inside the cover PRECAUTIONS...1 GETTING STARTED...3 FEATURES...5 SPEAKER SETUP....10 CONTROLS & THEIR FUNCTIONS..13 FRONT PANEL...13 DISPLAY PANEL....16 CONNECTIONS...18 REAR PANEL PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS.18 REAR PANEL SWITCH AND CONTROL SETTINGS.22 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONNECTIONS.22 CONNECTING AUDIO/VIDEO SOURCE EQUIPMENT TO THIS UNIT...23 ANTENNA CONNECTIONS...27 CONNECTING SPEAKER SYSTEMS..30 SELECTING THE OUTPUT MODES SUITABLE FOR YOUR SPEAKER SYSTEM...35 CONNECTING AND CONTROLLING ROOM 2 EQUIPMENT.38 CONNECTIONS...38 SPEAKER BALANCE ADJUSTMENT..40 ADJUSTMENTS IN THE SET MENU MODE..42 GENERAL OPERATION..45 PLAYING A SOURCE...45 RECORDING A SOURCE TO AUDIO/VIDEO TAPE (OR DUBBING FROM A TAPE TO ANOTHER)..47 TUNING OPERATIONS...49 AUTOMATIC TUNING...49 MANUAL TUNING...49 PRESET TUNING...50 MANUAL PRESET TUNING...50 AUTOMATIC PRESET TUNING...51 EXCHANGING PRESET STATIONS...52 SELECTING SOUND FIELD PROGRAMS..53 CANCELING THE EFFECT SOUND..54 DESCRIPTIONS OF THE SOUND FIELD PROGRAMS.55 ADJUSTING DELAY TIME AND EACH SPEAKER OUTPUT LEVEL....58 SETTING THE SLEEP TIMER...60 REMOTE CONTROL UNIT...61 BASIC OPERATIONS (When the lid is open)..61 LEARNING NEW CONTROL FUNCTIONS (When the lid is open)....63 USING OPERATION CONTROL KEYS (When the lid is closed)....66 MACRO OPERATIONS (When the lid is closed)..69 LEARNING A NEW FUNCTION...72 MAKING A NEW MACRO...74 CLEARING LEARNED FUNCTIONS..75 TROUBLESHOOTING...77 SPECIFICATIONS....80

GETTING STARTED

Unpacking
If you havent already done so, carefully remove this unit and its accessories from the box and wrapping material.You should find the unit itself and the following accessories.
Installing the Remote Control Unit Batteries
Since the remote control unit will be used for many of this units control operations, you should begin by installing the supplied batteries. 1. Turn the remote control unit over and slide the battery compartment cover downward in the direction of the arrow. 2. Insert the batteries (LR6, AA, UM-3 type), being careful to align them with the polarity markings on the inside of the battery compartment. 3. Close the battery compartment cover.

Dolby Pro Logic Surround

This unit employs a Dolby Pro Logic Surround decoder similar to professional Dolby Stereo decoders used in many movie theaters. By using the Dolby Pro Logic Surround decoder, you can experience the dramatic realism and impact of Dolby Surround movie theater sound in your own home. Dolby Pro Logic employs a four channel five speaker system. The Pro Logic Surround system divides the input signal into four levels: the left and right main channels, the center channel (used for dialog), and the rear surround sound channels (used for sound effects, background noise, and other ambient noises). The center channel allows listeners seated in even less-than-ideal positions to hear the dialog originating from the action on the screen while experiencing good stereo imaging. Dolby Surround is encoded on the sound track of pre-recorded video tapes, laser discs, and some TV/cable broadcasts. When you play a source encoded with Dolby Surround on this unit, the Dolby Pro Logic Surround decoder decodes the signal and distributes the surround-sound effects. This Dolby Pro Logic Surround Decoder employs a digital signal processing system. This system improves the stability of sound at each channel and crosstalk between channels, so that positioning of sounds around the room is more accurate compared with conventional analog signal processing systems. In addition, this unit features a built-in automatic input balance control. This always assures you the best performance without manual adjustment.

Dolby Digital (AC-3)

The built-in Dolby Digital (AC-3) Decoder leads you into a totally new sound experiences. Dolby Digital (AC-3) is a new generation of multi-channel digital audio technology, or the newest spatial sound processing format developed for 35 mm film-movies by employing a new kind of low bit-rate audio coding. Dolby Digital (AC-3) is a digital surround sound system that provides completely independent multi-channel audio to consumers. In multi-channel form, Dolby Digital (AC-3) provides five full range channels in what is sometimes referred to as a 3/2 configuration: three front channels (left, center and right), plus two surround channels. A sixth bass-only effect channel is also provided for output of LFE (low frequency effect), or low bass effects that are independent of other channels. This channel is counted as 0.1, thus giving rise to the term 5.1 channels in total. Compared to Dolby Pro Logic that is referred to a 3/1 system (left front, center, right front and just one surround channel), Dolby Digital (AC-3) features two surround channels, called stereo or split surrounds, each offering the same full range fidelity as the three front channels. Sound of wide dynamic range reproduced by the five full range channels presents listeners much excitement that has never been experienced before. Precise sound orientation by the discrete digital sound processing expands realism that the original movie possesses.

G REC OUT/ROOM 2 SELECTOR
Selects the source to be recorded to a tape deck or VCR independently of the setting of the input selector buttons. However, when set to the SOURCE position, the setting of the input selector buttons decides the source to be recorded to a tape deck or VCR. Signals of the source selected by this selector are also output from the ROOM 2 OUT jacks on the rear panel.
M DELAY/CENTER/REAR/SWFR Switch
Whenever pressed, selects the item of changing delay time, center speaker output level, rear speaker output level and subwoofer output level in turn. * Depending on a mode of this unit, the number of selections is reduced. For example, when the built-in digital sound field processor (including the Dolby Pro Logic Decoder or the Dolby Digital (AC-3) Decoder) is off, only the item for changing subwoofer output level can be selected.

H FM/AM Switch

Press this switch to switch the reception band to FM or AM.

N /+ Button

Adjusts the level of item selected by pressing the DELAY/CENTER/REAR/SWFR switch. Moreover, performs setting changes and adjustments for functions selected by pressing the SET MENU switch.
P Auxiliary Input Jacks (VIDEO AUX)
Connect an auxiliary video or audio unit such as a camcorder to these jacks. If the connected video unit has a S video output terminal, connect it to the S VIDEO jack to obtain a high resolution picture. The unit connected to these jacks can be selected by the corresponding input selector button and REC OUT/ROOM 2 SELECTOR.

O SET MENU Switch

Whenever pressed, selects functions in the SET MENU mode.

DISPLAY PANEL

PRESET

DIGITAL

AM FM MHz

STEREO PCM

ENHANCED
MEMORY TAPE 2 MONITOR AUTO TUNING SPEAKERS SPEAKERS A B

PRO LOGIC SLEEP

1 Preset Station Number Display
Shows the selected preset station number (1 to 8) and its group (A to E).
3 Multi-informatiom Display
Shows the currently selected DSP program, or information for several adjustments or setting changes made on this unit.
2 Input Source/Station Frequency Display
Shows the currently selected input source, or the currently selected station frequency and the band (FM or AM) when this unit is in the tuner input source mode.

4 MEMORY Indicator

When the MEMORY button is pressed, this indicator flashes for about 5 seconds. During this period, the displayed station can be programmed to the memory by using the A/B/C/D/E switch and the preset station number selector buttons.

REC OUT PCM/ DIGITAL IN (AC3 DIGITAL IN) GND

COAXIAL

IN VCR 2 OUT OUTPUT
SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR CORRECT SETTING.
CENTER C OR D: 8MIN./ SPEAKER SET SPEAKER MODE C D: 4MIN./ SPEAKER SET SPEAKER MODE REAR : 8MIN./ SPEAKER MAIN A OR B: 8MIN./ SPEAKER A B:16MIN./ SPEAKER

ROOM 2 OUT

S VIDEO

OPTICAL

DVD/LD IN OUT PAL NTSC VIDEO MONITOR OUT REMOTE CONTROL I0dB 0dB MAIN LEVEL MAIN SUB WOOFER

SWITCHED I20W MAX. TOTAL

1 Antenna Connection Terminals
Connect the included indoor FM antenna to the FM ANT terminal and connect the included AM loop antenna to the AM ANT and GND terminals. To heighten safety and reduce interference, connect the GND terminal to a good earth ground. For improving reception quality, you can connect outdoor FM and/or AM antenna to these terminals (See pages 27 to 29 for details.)

5 CENTER OUTPUT Jacks

Center-channel line outputs. Can be connected to input jack(s) of one or two external power amplifier(s) to drive the center speaker(s).

6 REAR OUTPUT Jacks

Rear-channel line output. Can be connected to input jacks of an external stereo power amplifier driving the rear speakers.
2 FREQUENCY STEP Switch (General Model only)
Because the interstation frequency spacing differs in different areas, set this switch to the position suitable for the frequency spacing in your area. Before sliding this switch, disconnect the AC power plug of this unit from the AC outlet.
7 REAR SPEAKERS Terminals
When using the built-in rear-channel amplifier, connect the rear speakers here.
8 CENTER SPEAKERS Terminals
When using the built-in center-channel amplifier, connect one or two center speakers here.
3 AUDIO SIGNAL Connection Jacks (for Audio Source
Equipment) Connect the inputs and/or outputs of your audio equipment.

9 Center Speaker Switch

Set to C + D when using two center speakers, or to C OR D when using only one center speaker.
4 AUDIO/VIDEO SIGNAL Connection Jacks (for Video Source
Equipment) Connect the audio and video inputs and/or outputs of your video equipment. In place of the VIDEO jacks, the S VIDEO jacks can be used for higher resolution and improved picture quality if your VCR, monitor, etc. are equipped with S-VIDEO connectors.

0 IMPEDANCE SELECTOR Switch
Select the position whose requirements your speaker system meets.

A GND Terminal

Connects the ground wire of the turntable to produce minimum hum. In some cases, however, better results may be obtained with the ground wire disconnected.

B PCM/

DIGITAL IN (COAXIAL and OPTICAL) jacks Can be connected with audio/video units that have a coaxial or optical digital output jack. Connect a unit that is connected to the DVD/LD AUDIO/VIDEO SIGNAL connection jacks to the DVD/LD COAXIAL or OPTICAL jack. Connect a unit that is connected to the TV/DBS AUDIO/VIDEO SIGNAL connection jacks to the TV/DBS COAXIAL jack. * If, for example, your LD player has an AC-3 RF output jack and no digital output jack for AC-3 discrete audio signals, connect the AC-3 RF output jack to the DVD/LD COAXIAL or OPTICAL jack of this unit by way of an RF demodulator (separate purchase). These jacks output audio and video signals to the equipment in the second room. The signals of source output from these jacks are selected by the REC OUT/ROOM 2 SELECTOR. Refer to CONNECTING AND CONTROLLING ROOM 2 EQUIPMENT on page 38.
E Video NTSC/PAL Switch (General Model only)
Set this switch to the position corresponding to the standard that your video equipment employs.

F MAIN LEVEL Switch

Normally set to 0 dB. If desired, you can decrease the mainchannel output level at the MAIN SPEAKERS terminals by 10 dB by setting this switch to 10 dB.

G MAIN OUTPUT Jacks

Main-channel line output. Connected to input jacks of external stereo power amplifier (MAIN IN or TAPE PLAY jacks of integrated amplifier or receiver) when using external amplification.

C ROOM 2 OUT Jacks

H SUBWOOFER Jacks
When using one subwoofer, connect its amplifier input to either of these jacks. When using two subwoofers, connect their amplifiers to these jacks respectively. Frequencies below 90 Hz distributed from the main, center and/or rear channels are output to these jacks. Signals of LFE (low frequency effect) generated when the Dolby Digital (AC-3) is decoded are also output if they are assigned to these jacks.
D REMOTE CONTROL IN and OUT Jacks
The IN jack receives the commands from the central controller for custom installation system. The OUT jack outputs the commands received at the IN jack. Refer to CONNECTING AND CONTROLLING ROOM 2 EQUIPMENT on page 38.

DESCRIPTION OF EACH FUNCTION
4. CENTER SPEAKER Choices: NRML/WIDE/PHNTM Preset position: NRML NRML (Normal): Select this position when you use a center speaker that is smaller than the main speakers. In this position, low bass signals (below 90 Hz) at the center channel are output from the main speakers (or the SUBWOOFER jacks if the SMALL position is selected on 6. MAIN SPEAKER and the SWFR position is selected on 7. LFE/BASS OUT). WIDE: Select this position when your center speaker is approximately the same size as the main speakers. PHNTM (Phantom): Select this position when you do not have a center speaker. The center channel sound will be output from the left and right main speakers. 5. REAR SPEAKER Choices: SMALL/LARGE Preset position: SMALL SMALL: Select this position if your rear speakers do not have a high ability for bass reproduction. In this position, low bass signals (below 90 Hz) at the rear channels are output from the SUBWOOFER jacks (or the main speakers if the MAIN position is selected on 7. LFE/BASS OUT). LARGE: Select this position if your rear speakers have a high ability for bass reproduction, or a subwoofer is connected to the rear speaker in parallel. In this position, full range signals are output from the rear speakers.
6. MAIN SPEAKER Choices: SMALL/LARGE Preset position: LARGE SMALL: Select this position if your main speakers do not have a high ability for bass reproduction. However, if your system does not include a subwoofer, do not select this position. In this position, low bass signals (below 90 Hz) at the main channels are output from the SUBWOOFER jacks (if the SWFR or BOTH position is selected on 7. LFE/BASS OUT). LARGE: Select this position if your main speakers have a high ability for bass reproduction. In this position, full range signals present at the main channels are output from the main speakers.
7. LFE/BASS OUT Choices: MAIN/SWFR/BOTH Preset position: SWFR MAIN: Select this position if your system does not include a subwoofer. In this position, full range signals present at the main channels, signals from the LFE channel and other low bass signals that are selected on 4. CENTER SPEAKER to 6. MAIN SPEAKER to be distributed from other channels are output from the main speakers. SWFR/BOTH: Select either the SWFR or BOTH position if your system includes a subwoofer. In either position, signals at LFE channel and other low bass signals that are selected on 4. CENTER SPEAKER to 6. MAIN SPEAKER to be distributed from other channels are output from the SUBWOOFER jacks. When the LARGE position is selected on 6. MAIN SPEAKER, in the SWFR position, no signal is distributed from the main channels to the SUBWOOFER jacks, however in the BOTH position, low bass signals from the main channels are output to both of the main speakers and the SUBWOOFER jacks.

3. LFE LEVEL (Adjusting the output level at the LFE (low frequency effect) channel)
Control range: 20 dB to 0 dB (in 1 dB step) Preset value: 0 dB * This adjustment is effective only when the Dolby Digital (AC-3) is decoded and the signals of selected source encoded with the Dolby Digital (AC-3) contain LFE signals.
8. INPUT MODE (Selecting the initial input mode of the sources connected to the TV/DBS input jacks)
For the sources connected to the TV/DBS input jacks of this unit only, you can designate the input mode that is automatically selected when the power of this unit is switched on. AUTO: In this position, the AUTO input mode is always selected when the power of this unit is switched on. LAST: In this position, the input mode you have selected last time is memorized and will not be changed even if the power of this unit is switched on. * See page 46 for details about switching the input mode.
Adjusts the output level at the LFE (low frequency effect) channel. If the LFE signals are mixed with signals at other channels to output them from the same speakers, the ratio of LFE signal level to the level of other signals are adjusted. (See page 6 for details about the LFE channel.)
4. CENTER SPEAKER 5. REAR SPEAKER
6. MAIN SPEAKER 7. LFE/BASS OUT
See pages 35 to 37 for details. (Once you have selected proper modes, you do not have to make a setting change until any alteration is made in your speaker system.)

GENERAL OPERATION

PLAYING A SOURCE
NOTE: If you will use the remote control unit, be sure to use it with the lid open. 1. Set the master VOLUME control to minimum.
* To change the input mode for the DVD/LD or TV/DBS source, press the input selector button for the currently selected source once or more until the desired input mode (AUTO or ANALOG) is shown on the display panel. (See page 46 for details on switching the input mode.)

VCR 1 DVD/LD

2. Turn the power on.

PRO LOGIC

4. Play the source. (For detailed information on tuning operations, refer to page 49.) 5. Increase the setting of the master VOLUME control to your listening level.
3. Select an input source. The selected source is shown by the display panel and the monitor screen. For the DVD/LD or TV/DBS source, its current input mode is also shown.

MASTER VOLUME

TAPE (MD) TV/DBS
Adjust the BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE controls, etc., or select a desired sound field program. (See page 53.)
Notes on using the input selector buttons Note that pressing on each input selector button selects the source which is connected to the corresponding input terminals on the rear panel. * To select the source connected to the VIDEO AUX terminals on the front panel, press VIDEO AUX. Once you play a video source, its video image will not be interrupted even if the input selector button for an audio source is selected. When you select an input source by pressing the corresponding input selector button, the DSP program (or the state of no DSP program is used) which was used when the same input source was selected the last time will automatically recalled.

2. Select the source you want to record.
3. Play the source and increase the setting of the master VOLUME control to confirm it. (For detailed information on tuning operations, refer to page 49.)
4. Set the tape deck, MD recorder or VCR used for recording to the recording mode.
Regardless of the setting of input selector buttons, when you set the REC OUT selector to a position other than SOURCE, the source selected by the REC OUT selector can be recorded by other tape deck (MD recorder) and/or VCRs connected to this unit. While recording a source by setting the REC OUT selector to the position other than SOURCE as described above, the following operations can be made at the same time.
NOTE: Adjusting the master VOLUME, BASS, TREBLE controls, etc., or selecting a sound field program has no effect on the material being recorded. NOTE: Composite video and S video signals pass independently through this units video circuits. Therefore, when recording or dubbing video signals, if your video source unit is connected to provide only a S video (or only a composite video) signal, you can record only a S video (or only a composite video) signal on your VCR. NOTE: A source that is connected to this unit between digital jacks only cannot be recorded by a tape deck or VCR connected to this unit. NOTE: Please check the copyright laws in your country to record from records, compact discs, radio, etc. Recording of copyright material may infringe copyright laws.
You can monitor the audio (or the audio and video) signals being recorded by selecting the recording unit (TAPE (MD), VCR 1 or VCR 2) with the corresponding input selector button. You can watch or listen to any other source by selecting it with the corresponding input selector button.
If you watch a video software that uses scramble or encoded signals to prevent it from being dubbed, there may be a case that display information superimposed on the picture and/or the picture itself is disturbed due to those signals.

TUNING OPERATIONS

Normally, if station signals are strong and there is no interference, quick automatic-search tuning (AUTOMATIC TUNING) is possible. However, if signals of the station you want to select are weak, you must tune to it manually (MANUAL TUNING).

AUTOMATIC TUNING

1. Select TUNER as the input source.

TUNER PHONO

MANUAL TUNING
Remote control Front panel

Remote control or

2. Select the reception band (FM or AM) confirming it on the display panel.
3. If AUTO TUNING is not illuminated on the display panel, press once so that it lights up.
3. If AUTO TUNING is illuminated on the display panel, press once so that it goes off.

0 RESET button

This button is inside the battery compartment. Press this button to reset the internal microcomputer which controls remote control operations. Microcomputer reset is necessary when the remote control freezes. * Pressing the RESET button will not erase learned functions.

6 SP A and SP B keys

Select the main speakers A or B (or both A and B) you will use by pressing the corresponding key SP A or SP B (or both keys) so that SPEAKERS A or SPEAKERS B (or both of them) lights up on the display panel. To cancel selected speakers, press the corresponding key so that the corresponding indicator goes off from the display panel.

7 SLEEP timer key

This key is used to turn the built-in SLEEP timer on and off, and to set the SLEEP time. (See page 60 for details.)
A MASTER VOLUME B MUTE key
(up) and Turns the volume level up and down.

(down) keys

8 TIME/LEVELSET MENU switch
Set to the TIME/LEVEL position when you will make an adjustment on delay time, center speaker output level, rear speaker output level or subwoofer level. Set to the SET MENU position when you will make an adjustment or setting change on a function in the SET MENU mode.
When pressed, this key mutes the volume level. To resume the original volume level, press this key again. While muting, the indicator on the VOLUME control flashes continuously. / and /+ keys (up) and (down) keys change items (or functions) in the mode selected by the TIME/LEVELSET MENU switch. and + keys make an adjustment or setting change on the item (or function) selected by the or key.
9 SYSTEM POWER and OFF keys
(U.S.A. and Canada models) Pressing the SYSTEM POWER key turns the power of this unit on and pressing the OFF key turns the power off.

D EFFECT ON/OFF key

Switches on/off the digital sound field processor (including the Dolby Pro Logic Surround Decoder or the Dolby Digital (AC-3) Decoder).

TV RTS O 4

6 Repeat step 35 to store more functions.
7 When you finish the learning operation, press the LEARN button.

K OC 0 1

O N O H P 3 T C CO FE F IS D EF / O F ON H M IU RC U CH UB ST CL TE ZZ JA 8 ST AD

-A V U X

MAKING A NEW MACRO
A new macro can be programmed onto any preset macro key in place of preset functions. (See page 69 to know what keys are preset macro keys.) You can make as many as 13 new macro keys. A macro key can learn as many as seven functions of other keys. NOTE If you store a continuous command such as lowering of volume level, it will become a short command when it is carried out as a part of macro. 3 Press a key whose function you want to store as the first function of the new macro.

TRANSMIT /LEARN

Goes off. (When learning is finished, this indicator lights up again.)
1 Press the MACRO button using the point of a mechanical pencil etc.
* If a key whose function cannot be stored as a command of macro is pressed, the TRANSMIT/LEARN indicator flashes rapidly and the current mode is canceled. If this occurs, repeat this step. * If about 30 seconds pass before a key is pressed, the TRANSMIT/LEARN indicator flashes rapidly and the mode before you began learning operations is restored. If this occurs, restart from step 1. 4 Repeat step 3 to store the second, the third and more functions. You can store up to seven key functions in series as a macro. * If the seventh key function has been learned, the TRANSMIT/LEARN indicator flashes rapidly and the mode before you began learning operations is restored. (This shows that the key has completed learning a series of functions as a macro.) If this occurs, you do no have to follow the next step. 5 When you finish learning, press the MACRO button.
* If there is no operation for about 30 seconds after the MACRO button is pressed, the TRANSMIT/LEARN indicator flashes rapidly and the mode before you pressed the MACRO button is restored. If this occurs, press the MACRO button again. 2 Press a preset macro key on which you want to make a new macro.
* If a key other than a preset macro key is pressed, the TRANSMIT/LEARN indicator flashes rapidly and the current mode is canceled. If this occurs, repeat this step.
It is recommended to write down new key functions you stored on the provided user function stickers and paste them on the reverse side of the remote control unit or the reverse side of the remote control units lid.

Firmly plug in all connection cables. Check connections. Select the appropriate input source with the input selector buttons. Play a source whose signals this unit can reproduce.
No sound from the effect speakers.
Press the EFFECT switch to turn it on. Use a different sound field program. Select the appropriate mode. Select another program.
No sound from the center speaker.
Refer to the instructions for the source currently played. Select the MAIN position.

Poor bass reproduction.

Make output mode selections suitable for your speaker system. Turning the unit off and then on will reset the protection circuit. Turn the power to the component on.
The sound suddenly goes off. The volume level cannot be increased, or sound is distorted. The sound field cannot be recorded.
PROBLEM This unit will not operate properly.
A source cannot be recorded by a tape deck or VCR connected to this unit. Noise from nearby TV or tuner. The sound is degraded when listening with the headphones connected to the compact disc player or cassette deck that are connected with this unit.
POSSIBLE CAUSE The internal microcomputer has been frozen by an external electric shock (lightning, excessive static electricity, etc.) or power supply with low voltage. The source unit is connected to this unit between digital jacks only. This unit is too close to the affected equipment. The power to this unit is off.
WHAT TO DO Unplug the AC power cord from the wall AC outlet, and then plug in again after about one minute. Make additional connection between analog jacks. Move the unit further away from the affected equipment. Turn the power to this unit on.
PROBLEM The remote control unit does not work. POSSIBLE CAUSE The batteries of this remote control unit are weak. The internal microcomputer freezes. Wrong distance or angle. Direct sunlight or lighting (of an inverter type of flourescent lamp etc.) is striking the remotecontrol sensor of the main unit. The internal microcomputer freezes. The batteries of this remote control unit and/or the other remote control unit are weak. The distance between the two remote control units is too long or too short. The signal coding or modulation of the other remote control unit is not compatible with this remote control unit. Memory capacity is full. The internal microcomputer freezes. Learning process incomplete. WHAT TO DO Replace the batteries with new ones and press the RESET button on the remote control unit. Press the RESET button on the remote control unit. The remote control unit will function from a maximum range of 6 meters, no more than 30 degrees off-axis from the front panel. Change position of the main unit.

The remote control unit does not function properly.
Learning cannot be made successfully. (The TRANSMIT/LEARN indicator does not light up or flash.)
Press the RESET button on the remote control unit. Replace the batteries (and press the RESET button for this remote control unit). Place the remote control units with the proper distance. Learning is not possible.
Continuous functions such as volume are learned, but operate only for a moment before stopping.
Further learning is not possible without deleting unnecessary commands. Press the RESET button on the remote control unit. Be sure to press and hold the function key on the other remote control until the TRANSMIT/LEARN indicator begins flashing slowly.
PROBLEM FM stereo reception is noisy. POSSIBLE CAUSE Because of the characteristics of FM stereo broadcasts, this is limited to cases where the transmitter is too far away or the antenna input is poor. There is multipath interference. WHAT TO DO Check the antenna connections. Try using a high quality directional FM antenna. Set the TUNING MODE button to the manual tuning mode. Adjust antenna placement to eliminate multipath interference.
There is distortion and clear reception cannot be obtained even with a good FM antenna. A desired FM station cannot be tuned in with the automatic tuning method. Previously preset stations can no longer be tuned in. A desired AM station cannot be tuned in with the automatic tuning method. There are continuous crackling and hissing noises. There are buzzing and whining noises (especially in the evening).
The station is too weak. This unit has been unplugged for a long period. Weak signal or loose antenna connections.
Use the manual tuning method. Use a high quality directional FM antenna. Repeat the presetting procedure. Tighten the AM loop antenna connections and rotate it for best reception. Use the manual tuning method. Use an outdoor antenna and a ground wire. This will help somewhat but it is difficult to eliminate all noise. Relocate this unit away from the TV.
Noises will result from ligtning, fluorescent lamps, motors, thermostats and other electrical equipment. A television set is being used nearby.

SPECIFICATIONS

AUDIO SECTION
Minimum RMS Output Power Per Channel Main (20 Hz 20 kHz 0.04% THD 8).. 80W+80W Center (20 Hz 20 kHz 0.07% THD 8).. 80W Rear (20 Hz 20 kHz 0.07% THD 8).. 80W+80W Dynamic Power Per Channel (by IHF Dynamic Headroom Measuring Method) MAIN L/R (8/6/4/2).. 130W/160W/200W/240W Maximum Output Power (1 kHz 10% THD 8) [General model only] MAIN L/R... 128W+128W CENTER.... 128W REAR L/R... 128W+128W Dynamic Headroom [U.S.A. and Canada models] MAIN L/R (8).... 2.11 dB Power Band Width 0.09% THD 40W/8... 10 Hz to 50 kHz Damping Factor MAIN L/R (20 Hz 20 kHz 8).. 160 or more Input Sensitivity/Impedance (100W/8) CD/TAPE/DVDLD/TVDBS/VCR/VIDEO AUX. 150 mV/47 k PHONO MM... 2.5 mV/47 k Maximum Input Signal CD/TAPE/DVDLD/TVDBS/VCR/VIDEO AUX (1 kHz 0.5% THD, EFFECT ON).. 2.3V or more PHONO MM (1 kHz 0.04% THD)... 110 mV or more Output Level/Impedance REC OUT.... 150 mV/2.7 k ROOM2 OUT... 150 mV/1.5 k PRE OUT MAIN, CENTER, REAR... 2.6V/1.1 k SUBWOOFER (MAIN SPEAKERS: SMALL).. 4.0V/1.2 k Headphone Jack Rated Output/Impedance Output Level (CD Input 150 mV, RL=8).. 0.5V Impedance.... 390 Frequency Response (20 Hz 20 kHz) CD/TAPE/DVDLD/TVDBS/VCR/VIDEO AUX to MAIN L/R SP OUT.... 00.5 dB RIAA Equalization Deviation (20 Hz 20 kHz) PHONO MM.... 00.5 dB Total Harmonic Distortion PHONO MM to REC OUT, 20 Hz 20 kHz, 1V. 0.02% or less CD/TAPE/DVDLD/TVDBS/VCR/VIDEO AUX to SP OUT (EFFECT OFF), 20 Hz 20 kHz, 40W/8.. 0.025% or less Signal-to-Noise Ratio (IHF-A Network) CD/TAPE/DVDLD/TVDBS/VCR/VIDEO AUX (Input Shorted 150 mV) (EFFECT OFF)... 96 dB or more PHONO MM (Input Shorted 5 mV).. 86 dB or more Residual Noise (IHF-A Network) MAIN L/R SP OUT... 170 V or less Channel Separation (Vol 30 dB) CD/TAPE/DVDLD/TVDBS/VCR/VIDEO AUX Input 5.1 k Shorted (EFFECT OFF) 1 kHz/10 kHz.. 60 dB/45 dB or more PHONO MM Input Shorted (EFFECT OFF) 1 kHz/10 kHz... 60 dB/55 dB or more Tone Control Characteristics Bass Boost/Cut... 10 dB (50 Hz) Turnover frequency... 350 Hz Treble Boost/Cut.... 10 dB (20 kHz) Turnover frequency... 3.5 kHz